Slightly Above Par: Recent Episodes

Ray and Andy

Slightly Above Par is a podcast for mates about mates. Just two lads from Tasmania that discuss all things in life that are trivial but still need addressing. Listen in as they chat to friends and to each other, all while they getting a good laugh in! It’s not bad, it’s not great, it’s Slightly Above Par.

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Ray and Andy hit the studio for the last time for 2021. They are celebrating making it to their 50th episode.

  1. Sports Talk - Ashes and Tasmanian Sport

  2. NBA Top Shot Competition - Featuring Bray

  3. Steve's Call

  4. Annual Bowls Event

Intro Music: Alex W

Audio Wizard: Chris V

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Ray and Andy are back in the studio and on a high after celebrating the Tasmanian Jack Jumpers first win on Friday night. Listen for the code word for a bonus entry in the Top Shot Competition.

  1. Jack Jumpers

  2. NBA Top Shot

  3. Spiderman

  4. Nose Picking

  5. Spotify Wrapped

Intro Music: Alex W

Audio Wizard: Chris V

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Ray and Andy wasted no time getting back into the studio for their next episode. They are joined by a special guest and big fan of the show. 

  1. Jack Jumpers

  2. Short Walks

  3. Chip List Updates

  4. Brady's Chance

  5. School Holidays

  6. Brady's Chance Pt. 2

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After a long delay the boys are back recording in the studio. They issue a formal apology to the listeners for the slow release of the podcast.

  1. Formal Apology

  2. Rival Supermarkets

  3. Cosmic Slumber Dilemma

  4. T20 World Cup

  5. Annual Bowls Event

  6. Headlight Flashing

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Raymond and Andrew are joined in by drop-in guest Tim. The boys dissect an email from regular contributor Brooksy. 

  1. Shoutouts and Top Fan Badges

  2. Tassie's Top Walks 

  3. Grand Final Recap and Cosmic Slumber Update

  4. Slightly Above Par Christmas Bowls Event

  5. Catchup with Tim

  6. Andy's Bookmark

Intro Music: Alex W

Audio Wizard: Chris V

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Ray and Andy get back to their origins and have a beer in the studio on a Saturday afternoon. They bring back fan favourite segments from past seasons.

  1. Headline News

  2. AFL Grand Final

  3. Life Hacks

  4. Don't be a Rom

  5. Top Fan Badges

  6. Tassie's Best Walks

  7. Cosmic Slumber Update

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Ray and Andy jump back in the studio, this time with a lot less tension in the room. 

SPOILER ALERT: The boys talk some Marvel theories and Survivor Australia.

  1. Jackjumpers Update

  2. TikTok - Movie Theories

  3. Maccas Monopoly

  4. Survivor

  5. Sports - Paralympics & Footy Finals

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There was tension in the room when Ray and Andy recorded episode 43, this lead to a range of disagreements between the boys. If they agree on one thing though is that you should listen to and share this episode with your friends, family and pets.

  1. Footy - Shoutout Collingwood FC 

  2. Top Fan Badges

  3. Cosmic Slumber Update

  4. Olympic Wrap-up

  5. Survivor Chat

Intro Music: Alex W

Audio Wizard: Chris V

Episode Sponsor: The Sociality

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Ray and Andy are joined in the studio by Clint Leonard, they talk a range of topics including wedding mishaps, sports and collectables.

  1. Cosmic Slumber Race Update

  2. Wedding Mishaps

  3. Clint's New Venture - The Sociality

  4. NBA Finals Chat

  5. Cards and Collectables

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Ray and Andy return to the studio after a few weeks (undeserved) break. The boys had exciting news that they couldn't wait to share with the listeners so they threw together a shorter than average episode. They combined Ray's love for investing in digital currencies and Andy's impulsivity to make an exciting purchase.

  1. Cosmic Slumber

  2. Top Fan Badge Judgements

  3. Olympics

Intro Music: Alex W

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Ray battles through losing his voice to once again catch up with Andy, this week they eat a pack of Tiny Teddies throughout the final episode of season 4. The boys are again joined by Steve to talk NWBU basketball. Shoutout to Mandy (Ray's Mum) - Happy 60th Birthday!

  1. Top Fan Badges

  2. Tassie Jack Jumpers

  3. Nexus Tablet Competition

  4. Sport Team Names

  5. NWBU Finals Update

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Ray and Andy catch up and talk everything you didn't know you wanted to hear about. 

  1. Crypto

  2. Fast Food Games

  3. Cam's Gift

  4. Loose Change & May 50km

  5. Tablet Competition

  6. NWBU Finals Update

  7. Podcast Message Recall

Intro Music: Alex W

Audio Wizard: Chris V

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Ray and Andy are back in the studio, 'The Sauna' is no more with the studio shifting into winter mode and being dubbed 'The Cool Room'. The lads recap their last few weekends involving Mother's Day and a trip to Melbourne. 

  1. Mother's Day
  2. The Nexus 7 Competition
  3. Slightly Above Par Melbourne Trip
  4. The List: Top 10 Comedy Shows
  5. The Road to 50!

Secret Competition: First Person to send @youngcelebrations a message on Instagram saying "Can I please have some loose change?" will win $1.35 to your nominated bank account from Ray. Competition closes 31st May 2021

Intro Music: Alex W Audio Wizard: Chris V Episode Sponsor: Sweetbrew

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Ray and Andy are joined via phone link up with Steve and Joel to talk all things North-West Basketball Union. Originally planned for a preseason forecast, the lads discuss the season so far and their predictions going into the finals.

  1. TikTok
  2. May 50km - Back again
  3. NWBU

Intro Music: Alex W Audio Wizard: Chris V

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Ray and Andy took a 'well-deserved' break over Easter. The boys once again talked up how much they would do in the holidays, but instead they just took holidays. The return of the podcast brings back some fan favourite segments

  1. NBL Tas

  2. Quiche Man vs Cave Man

  3. Political Junk

  4. Either/Or - Chicken Parmigiana

  5. Andy's Day at the Carnival

  6. Weird Kids

  7. Top Ten Comedy Shows

  8. Life Hacks - Travel

Intro Music: Alex W

Audio Wizard: Chris V

Unofficial Episode Sponsor: Tasmanian Jack Jumpers

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Ray and Andy hit the studio in their new Vincere Wears outfits. Footy is back, with the lads discussing the ups and downs of round one results. They talk about those athletes that ply their trade at an elite level while maintaining a non-elite athletes body. 

  1. Headline News

  2. Footy is Back

  3. Pod Road Trip

  4. Elite Athletes

Intro Music: Alex W

Audio Wizard: Chris V

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Ray and Andy are back in the Sauna (aka The Studio). Ray organised a special surprise guest for Andy this week. They also brought back a fan favourite (we think) for a second round.

  1. "Mr Cool"

  2. Chip Trip Review

  3. Tim's Secret Sound

  4. Brand Ambassadors and Merchandise

Intro Music: Alex W

Audio Wizard: Chris V

Vincere Wears code: SPD25

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The boys are back for a long awaited catchup in the studio. They finally cover off on something they started talking about from season one. 

  1. Chip Trip Rankings

  2. Podcast Drinking Game

  3. Ray and Andy - Brand Ambassadors? 

  4. Bad Trip Advisor Reviews

  5. Brand Ambassadors - Part 2

  6. Tim's Secret Sound

  7. News Talk

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Ray and Andy continue their chat with Ben Cameron-Smith. Ben and Ray try to set the record straight on the goings-on of their time living together.

  1. Fecal Talk Pt. 1
  2. The Esky Incident
  3. Fecal Talk Pt. 2
  4. To Share or Not to share - The Bed Situation

Intro Music: Alex W Audio Wizard: Chris V

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Ray and Andy are back for season 4 of the podcast. They are joined by Ray's old housemate and best mate - Ben Cameron-Smith. After months of build up Ben finally arrived in Tasmania for a chat, and the ability to set the record straight. This is part one of the conversation with Ben, episode two will be released on the 15th of February.

  1. Friendship Foundations
  2. Ray and Ben Living Together
  3. Basketball Blow-ups

This episode is brought to you by Uncle Zebs (Old Fashioned Good Times). Intro Music: Alex W Audio Wizard: Chris V

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The Slightly Above Par boys would like to wish all their listeners a safe and merry Christmas and a happy New Year.

  1. Lawn Bowls Chat

  2. 2020 Recap (Part 1)

  3. 2020 Recap (Part 2) - Will's 50km Run

  4. 2021 Podcast Outlook

  5. Franchise Takeaway

  6. Christmas Movies

Intro Music: Alex W

Audio Wizard: Chris V

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  1. Andy’s Present
  2. Non-athletic Athletes
  3. Andy’s 2020 Song
  4. Aeroplane Seats
  5. NBA Season Countdown

Intro Music: Alex W Audio Wizard: Chris V

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1. Break Dancing at the Olympics

  1. Either/Or - Notifications and Calls

  2. Birthday Presents

  3. Wedding Mishaps

  4. Spotify Wrapped

Intro Music: Alex W 

Audio Wizard: Chris V

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Special Thursday release to Celebrate Ray’s 30th Birthday.

  1. A very special message
  2. Happy Birthday Mr. Cool
  3. Get Funked Dance - Update
  4. Either/Or - Mobile Phones
  5. Morale Dilemma - Charity Donations
  6. Wedding Mishaps

Slightly Above Par End of Year Function - December 18th, Kings Meadows Bowls Club

Intro Music: Alex W Sound Wizard: Chris V

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  1. Dino Chat and Dance Update

  2. Silly Olympics - Ultimate Tic Tac Toe

  3. Expensive Drive Thru Mistake

  4. Andy's Christmas Challenge

  5. Dad Quiz

Intro Music: Alex W

Sound Wizard: Chris V

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  1. Podcast song?

  2. Get Funked - Maddy

  3. The Rayvour Network

  4. Hugh and Ty's Hot Takes

Intro Music: Alex W

Sound Wizard: Chris V

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  1. Tim's Life Hacks

  2. Either/Or 

  3. Silly Olympics - Golf Darts (Part 1)

  4. Ray's Phone Calls

  5. Andy's Potential Haircut

  6. Silly Olympics - Golf Darts (Part 2)

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Ray had a pending Covid test this week, so the boys got back to their roots and recorded the episode through Skype. Great news - Ray's test came back negative!

  1. Silly Olympic Trophies

  2. Teacher/Student Hacks

  3. Ray's Grand Final Day

  4. The Fridge or Pantry Debate

  5. Wedding Mishaps 

  6. Sports Talk - AFL/NBA Trades

  7. Weight Loss Challenge

Intro Music: Alex W

Audio Wizard: Chris V

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  1. Teacher Hacks

  2. Relationship Compromises 

  3. Ray's Golf Clubs - Update

  4. Either/Or

  5. Wedding Horror Stories

  6. Weight Loss Challenge

Intro Music: Alex W

Sound Engineer: Chris V 

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The boys are back for season 3 with a massive episode.

  1. Welcome Back
  2. Henry Youl
  3. Ray’s Golf Clubs
  4. Footy Card Team Challenge
  5. Hugh and Ty’s Hot Tips
  6. Competition Winner Announced

Intro Music: Alex W Sound Engineer: Chris V

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  1. Tassie's NBL Team Name

  2. Headline News

  3. Henry's Call

  4. NBA Finals

  5. Teacher Hacks

  6. Footy Cards - Part 1

  7. Footy Cards - Part 2

  8. Hugh and Ty's Hot Tips

Intro Music: Alex W

Sound Engineer: Chris V

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Ray and Andy recorded a special Saturday night episode with the LBA Division 2 Championship winning Rebels team. Guests include past, present and future players, and a very special guest from a sponsor of the club. 1. Luis 2. Max (Ray's Dad)  3. Boof 4. Dale 5. Regan - NBL Team Names 6. Pudge 7. Cam (MVP) - Teacher Hacks 8. Cam (Coach) 9. The Hugh Prank

Intro Music: Alex W Sound Engineer: Chris V

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  1. Big Kev - Part 1

  2. NBL Team Names

  3. Big Kev - Part 2

  4. Ray's Subtle Plug

  5. Big Kev - Part 3

  6. Teacher Hacks

  7. Footy Card

  8. Hugh and Ty's Hot Tips

Intro Music: Alex W

Sound Engineer: Chris V

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  1. NBL Team Names

  2. Big Kev's Instagram

  3. Maccas Monopoly

  4. Footy Cards

  5. Teacher Hacks

  6. Hugh and Ty's Hot Tip

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  1. Ray's Clubs

  2. Finger Tip Chat

  3. Footy Cards

  4. Farmer Wants a Wife

  5. Beard Season

  6. Hugh and Ty's Hot Tip

Intro Music: Alex W

Sound Engineer: Chris W

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  1. Studio Gifts

  2. Teacher Hacks

  3. The Hero Neighbour

  4. Lenny

  5. Guess the Sound

  6. Hugh and Ty's Hot Tips

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Sound Engineer: Chris V

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  1. The Revoked Shoutout

  2. Farmer Wants a Wife with Charlotte and Zoe

  3. Andy's Anniversary 

  4. Bathroom Cleaning

  5. Andy's First Day

  6. Hugh and Ty's Hot Tips 

Intro Music: Alex W

Sound Engineer: Chris V

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  1. Farmer wants a Wife
  2. Silly Olympics
  3. The Slightly Above Par Sporting Champion
  4. Housemate Habits - Chores
  5. Hugh and Ty's Hot Tips
  6. Andy's New Job
  7. Health Challenge

Intro Music: Alex W Sound Engineer: Chris V

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  1. Life Hacks

  2. Ray's Flip Cup Prowess

  3. A Slightly Above Par Guiness World Record

  4. Random Nicknames

  5. Housemate Habits

  6. Hugh and Ty's Hot Tips

  7. Health Challenge

Intro Music: Alex W

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  1. Welcome Back - Slightly Above Par Song

  2. Hugh and Ty's Hot Tip

  3. Life Hacks

  4. Housemate Habits

  5. Ray's PL

  6. Silly Olympic Updates

  7. Podcast T-Shirts

  8. Chip Trip - Weight Loss Challenge

  9. Osher and Matt Rowell Update

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  1. Pizza Roulette

  2. Highway Driving Dilemma

  3. 10th Episode Gift

  4. Silly Olympics

  5. Chip Trip

  6. Osher Update

  7. Ray's Rivalries 

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  1. Housemate Habits

  2. Josh's Email: Silly Olympics Chat

  3. Jess' Chip Trip Suggestion

  4. The Osher Campaign Update

  5. Silly Olympics - Gutter Ball Dilemma

  6. Ray's Pronunciation Heritage

  7. Andy's Time Management

Intro Music: Alex W

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  1. Osher Update

  2. Silly Olympics - Part 1

  3. Life Hacks

  4. Silly Olympics - Part 2

  5. Silly Olympics - Part 3

Shoutout:

Intro Music: Alex W

Sound Engineer: Chris V

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  1. Shoutout NMFC

  2. Osher Campaign

  3. Life Hacks

  4. Ghosting Your Mates

  5. My Lover

  6. Ditching COVID Habits

  7. Ray's Breaking News

Intro Music: Alex W

Sound Engineer: Chris V

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  1. The Osher Gunsberg Campaign

  2. Brayden's Email: Tennis Ball Clap Toss & Being Big Boys

  3. Ray's Mispronunciation

  4. Life Hacks

  5. Morale Dilemma - Gaming Headsets

  6. Tyson's World's Greatest Shave

Donate to Tyson's fundraiser: http://my.leukaemiafoundation.org.au/tysongray

Intro Music: Alex W

Sound Engineer: Chris V

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  1. Turmeric Redemption

  2. Ray's Opinion - Taboo

  3. Sport Talk

  4. You Too 

  5. Silly Olympic Update

  6. Life Hacks

  7. May 50k - Completed

Intro Music: Alex W

Sound Engineer: Chris V

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  1. Snacks

  2. Housemates

  3. Ray's Coffee Mishap

  4. Quiche Man vs Cave Man

  5. May 50km Update

  6. Porridge Pots

  7. The End of the Podcast

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  1. Andy's Research Assignment

  2. Silly Olympics

  3. 50km in one day - Mads and Leah

  4. Morale Dilemma - Gifts

Intro Music: Alex W

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  1. Shoutouts

  2. Feedback

  3. Not About Golf

  4. Food Talk

  5. Food Talk 2.0

  6. Are you listening, Jase?

  7. Max’s Content

  8. 50km Update

  9. Good News Movement

Intro Music: Alex W

Sound Engineer: Chris V

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  1. Introductions

  2. The Podcast

  3. Headline News

  4. Physical Activities

  5. Moral Dilemma - The Wave

  6. Wrap Up

Audio Wizard: Chris V